CheckMySelf vs Valix
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CheckMySelf
This app uses AI and computer vision to analyze health measurements from your smartphone camera. It provides insights into vital signs and general well-being in about a minute. Measurements are for informational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical advice.
- AI-powered health analysis
- Contactless vital sign measurement
- Computer vision technology
- Signal processing
- General well-being insights
- Informational health data
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CheckMySelf extracts health measurements by analysing user data using advanced AI and deep learning algorithms, including computer vision technology and signal processing. In approximately a minute, users can measure the status of basic vital signs and take care of general well-being. App uses rPPG technology for contactless measurements (via the front-facing camera) and PPG for contact-based measurements (via smartphone rear camera). CheckMySelf app is NOT a medical device or diagnostic product. Measurements from this app are intended for informational purposes only and aimed at improving general wellness. In order to undergo any treatment or diagnosis, consult with a medical professional. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Valix
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Your heart rate, from your camera. Valix uses remote photoplethysmography (rPPG), a camera-based technique that detects subtle color changes in your skin caused by blood flow, to estimate your heart rate without any physical contact. How it works Simply hold your phone in front of your face for 30-60 seconds. Valix's AI analyzes the video in real-time to extract your pulse signal and estimate your heart rate. Our CNN model was trained on the Multi-Camera Dataset for Remote Photoplethysmography (MCD-rPPG), a research dataset from the peer-reviewed paper "Gaze into the Heart: A Multi-View Video Dataset for rPPG and Health Biomarkers Estimation." Transparency built in Every measurement includes a confidence level so you always know how reliable the reading is. Valix shows you what it observes — nothing more, nothing less. Privacy first - No video is ever stored - No account required - All data stays on your device - No ads or tracking - Optional Apple Health integration Features - Non-contact heart rate estimation - Real-time signal quality feedback - Session history with trends - Export your data anytime - Educational content about rPPG technology Important Valix is designed for casual wellness check-ins only. It is not a medical device and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any medical condition. Always consult a healthcare professional for health concerns.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: CheckMySelf at Free against Valix's $4.99. CheckMySelf also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). Valix's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
CheckMySelf is free to download; Valix costs $4.99 up front. CheckMySelf sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Valix asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | CheckMySelf | Valix |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $4.99 |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 157 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | CarePoint Development B.V. | Saush Software Services |
In-app purchases
CheckMySelf
- Monthly$2.99
- Yearly$29.99
Valix
No in-app purchases








